Add to simmering broth. Return to boil, uncovered, on medium-high heat, stirring occasionally. Stir in rice; cover. Simmer on medium-low heat 18 min. or until meatballs are done and rice is tender. Stir in remaining cilantro just before serving.

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Special Extra

For added flavor, stir desired amount of chopped chipotle peppers into the meat mixture and/or broth before cooking as directed.

How to Purchase Ground Beef

For best quality, check the label of prepackaged ground beef to ensure that the meat has been ground the same day as your purchase. If you can't use the meat immediately, wrap it tightly and freeze until ready to use. For best quality, use within 2 months after purchase.

Servings

6 servings, 1 cup soup and 3 meatballs each

Diabetes Center

Carb Choices: Carb Choice

Nutrition Bonus

Nutritional Information

Serving Size 6 servings, 1 cup soup and 3 meatballs each

AMOUNT PER SERVING

Calories

350

Total fat

16g

Saturated fat

6g

Cholesterol

110mg

Sodium

680mg

Carbohydrate

25g

Dietary fiber

2g

Sugars

6g

Protein

29g

% Daily Value

Vitamin A

10 %DV

Vitamin C

15 %DV

Calcium

6 %DV

Iron

20 %DV

* Nutrition information is estimated based on the ingredients and cooking instructions as described in each recipe and is intended to be used for informational purposes only. Please note that nutrition details may vary based on methods of preparation, origin and freshness of ingredients used.